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    Liverpool vs Man Utd LIVE: Rashford on BENCH, Evans STARTS crucial Premier League clash at Anfield – latest updates

    MANCHESTER UNITED face one of their toughest assignments of the season today as they take on Liverpool at Anfield – and Marcus Rashford is on the BENCH. Johnny Evans is in the United XI for Erik Ten Hag while Willy Kambwala, 19, is also on the bench.

    Kick-off time: 4.30pm GMT
    Stream/TV: Sky Sports Premier League
    Liverpool XI: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Tsimikas; Szoboszlai, Endo, Gravenberch; Salah, Nunez, Diaz.
    Man Utd XI: Onana, Evans, Shaw, Diogo Dalot, Varane, Amrabat, McTominay, Mainoo, Garnacho, Højlund, Antony.

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    Weight of the world on Dutchman
    Erik ten Hag heads into this game under pressure more than any other point in his Man Utd tenure.
    Questions about his future are asked every week lately.
    While he seems calm about the situation, a heavy defeat today could seal his fate.
    Credit: Alamy
    Man Utd subs:
    1. Bayindir, 53. Kambwala, 15. Reguilon, 28. Pellistri, 29. Wan-Bissaka, 44. Gore, 46. Hannibal, 28. Pellistri, 34. van de Beek, 10. Rashford
    Man Utd starting XI:
    Erik ten Hag makes two changes from the side in midweek as he brings in Evans for Maguire and Mainoo for Fernandes.
    24. Onana, 20. Dalot, 35. Evans, 19. Varane, 23. Shaw, 37. Mainoo, 39. McTominay, 4. Amrabat, 21. Antony, 11. Hojlund, 17. Garnacho
    Credit: @ManUtd
    Liverpool subs:
    13. Adrian, 62. Kelleher, 2. Gomez, 17. Jones, 18. Gakpo, 19. Elliott, 53. McConnell, 78. Quansah, 84. Bradley
    Liverpool starting XI:
    Alexis Mac Allister is unfit for this game so Jurgen Klopp has to shuffle the pack.
    1. Alisson, 66. Alexander-Arnold, 4. van Dijk, 5. Konate, 21. Tsimikas, 8. Szoboszlai, 38. Gravenberch, 3. Endo, 7. Diaz, 9. Nunez, 11. Salah
    Credit: @LFC
    Dutch manager positive on chances
    Despite being massive underdogs, ten Hag is focussed on the task ahead.
    I’m focussing on the process, making the team better and that’s my concern. That’s what I’m focussing on, the right thing, and that’s the team. There is no concern because I’m here to win and I have to make the team play better. Good is not good enough, we are inconsistent and I have to work on how the team will playErik ten HagMan Utd manager
    Liverpool massive favourites for encounter
    The bookies cannot see anything other than a home victory today.
    Liverpool – 3/10
    Draw – 7/2
    Man United – 6/1 
    All match odds brought to you by Betfair.
    Manager under spotlight for key game
    The Red Devils were embarrassed by bottom-half Bournemouth last weekend after being thrashed 3-0 in front of their home fans.
    And then things went from bad to worse for United as a 1-0 defeat at the hands of Bayern Munich saw them go crashing out of Europe just a few days later.
    As a result, Ten Hag’s time at Old Trafford has come under serious scrutiny and SunSport understands Graham Potter is being lined up as a shock replacement should the Dutchman get kicked to the curb.
    Season defining game for Red Devils
    While nobody gives Erik ten Hag’s side a chance in today’s match-up, if they were to get a result, it could act as a springboard to their season.
    Coming away from Anfield having not been beaten would be a huge confidence boost.
    That said, heavy defeat could have the complete opposite effect and send United into a spiral over a busy Christmas fixture period.
    Trent could play key role for Klopp
    Should Man Utd look to try and ‘shut up shop’ from the off today, unlocking their defence could be huge.
    In Trent Alexander-Arnold, Liverpool have one of the best passers of the ball in the Premier League.
    Supporting the attacks from right back could give Liverpool an overload of numbers and his pinpoint passing could be integral in Jurgen Klopp’s side getting the opening goal.
    Credit: EPA
    Goals an issue for ten Hag’s side
    Only five teams in the Premier League have scored less goals than Man Utd this season.
    Their total of 18 goals in 16 games is one of their lowest returns at this point in the season.
    It is underpinned by the fact that Scott McTominay is their top scorer this season.

    United’s slide continues in league
    With other sides having already played their games this weekend, Man Utd are likely to start this game 9th in the Premier League.
    They will start this crunch fixture 10 points behind Liverpool.
    Defeat would put serious doubt on their capabilities of securing a Champions League spot this campaign.
    Tactics key for visitors’ chances
    Erik ten Hag will need to pull off a tactical masterclass if Man Utd are going to get anything out of this game.
    It will be key that they need to create a solid backline and frustrate Liverpool for the first half hour or so.
    Should Jurgen Klopp’s side get an early goal, you have to fear for Man Utd at Anfield this afternoon.
    Credit: Alamy
    A tale of two strikers
    Due to the unavailability of Anthony Martial, Erik ten Hag may need to deploy Marcus Rashford as an out and out striker.
    Liverpool are likely to play Nunez with Salah and Diaz either side of him.
    The two players’ form has been drastically different this season.

    Reds looking to keep momentum going
    Having seen results go their way last weekend, Liverpool ended the weekend top of the Premier League table for the first time this season.
    Should Arsenal or Aston Villa win their games this afternoon, they would knock The Reds off the top of the table.
    Jurgen Klopp will be keen to get victory against their rivals today to ensure his side remain at the top of the pile.
    Boss focussed on tough game against rivals
    The German manager has outlined what he wants from his side today.
    The 7-0 we knew on the day was a freakish result that happens once in life pretty much. And if it helps anybody for the next game, it’s the team who lost 7-0 and not the team who won 7-0, that’s another thing. If you take it all out of consideration then we just play a football game against the rival, the historical rival, of Liverpool FC, at home at Anfield.Jurgen KloppLiverpool manager
    United dismantled by in-form Bournemouth
    In their last league fixture, Man Utd were comprehensively beaten 3-0 at home against The Cherries.
    Erik ten Hag’s side looked frail in defence and many questions have been asked since.
    With such a huge task ahead against Liverpool, it is hard to see the visitors troubling The Reds.
    Red Devils nursing wounds from mauling
    Last season, Liverpool destroyed Man Utd in this fixture, recording a record 7-0 victory.
    Heading into this game, lots of talk has been about that defeat and with Erik ten Hag’s side in a bad place many are predicting another heavy defeat.
    Klopp’s attack looks very capable of opening up the best of defences and with the atmosphere at Anfield, this is going to be a daunting task for the visitors.
    Welcome to Liverpool vs Man Utd
    Liverpool face Man Utd at Anfield in one of the fiercest rivalries in Premier League history, with Jurgen Klopp’s side looking to cement their position at the top of the table.
    Joel Matip, Stefan Bajcetic, Andrew Robertson, Thiago Alcantara and Diogo Jota are all working their way back from injury and will be unavailable for this massive game.
    Alexis Mac Allister will also miss this game due to a knee wound he picked up against Sheff Utd.
    Jurgen Klopp’s side managed to com through their European exploits without picking up any more injuries, so come into this game with a strong squad available.
    That is more than can be said for Man Utd who suffered injuries to Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw as they bombed out of Europe, suffering defeat against Bayern Munich at Old Trafford.
    Erik ten Hag is expecting Marcus Rashford and Luke Shaw to be available for this game, but will be without Anthony Martial, Mason Mount, Jadon Sancho, Amad Diallo, Christian Eriksen, Lisandro Martinez, Casemiro and Tyrell Malacia due to injury.
    Victor Lindelof is touch and go and will undergo a late fitness test to see if he can be part of the manager’s plans for the trip to Anfield.
    Bruno Fernandes picked up a fifth yellow card of the season against Bournemouth and will be suspended for this game.
    Mason Mount continues his rehabilitation from injury meaning that either Kobbie Mainoo or Hannibal Mejbri will fill in the middle of the park, unless ten Hag springs a surprise by giving Donny van de Beek a rare outing. More

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    Arsenal 2-0 Brighton LIVE RESULT: Kai Havertz doubles Gunners’ lead after Gabriel Jesus opener – Premier League reaction

    ARSENAL are celebrating thanks to goals from Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz.The Gunners have been knocking on the door for much of the game and finally found a breakthrough thanks to Gabriel Jesus’ header in the second half.

    Kick-off time: 2pm GMT
    Stream/TV: Not televised in UK
    Arsenal XI: Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Zinchenko; Rice, Odegaard, Havertz; Saka, Jesus, Martinelli
    Brighton XI: Verbruggen, Dunk, Milner, Gilmour, Gross, Lallana, Mitoma, Adingra, Ferguson, Van Hecke, Veltman

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    Arsenal vs Brighton stats
    Arsenal and Brighton shared possession in their Premier League clash at the Emirates.
    The Gunners, though, registered a staggering 26 shots but only nine of them were on target.
    Brighton, on the other hand, only managed six shots and only one of them was on target – and all of them took place in the second half.
    More below:

    FT: Arsenal 2-0 Brighton
    Arsenal have returned to the top of the Premier League table after a dominant victory over Brighton at the Emirates.
    The Gunners opened the scoring on 53 minutes with Gabriel Jesus who picked up a corner-kick from Bukayo Saka, with the help of a back-header by Jan Paul van Hecke, in the far post and headed the ball to the back of Bart Verbruggen’s net.
    The North Londoners, who almost conceded a shock equaliser by Pascal Gross, sealed the win with Kai Havertz three minutes before full-time.
    Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard found Eddie Nketiah with a smart pass while under pressure and the striker then delivered his own stunning assist that released Havertz in front of Verbruggen whom he beat with a clinical shot.
    Now Mikel Arteta’s men are waiting for the derby between Manchester United and Liverpool at Anfield.
    Credit: AP
    FT: Arsenal 2-0 Brighton
    Peep!
    That’s full-time in London!!!
    90+5 Arsenal 2-0 Brighton
    Chance
    Brighton captain Dunk tries a long-range shot that goes all the way to the nosebleed seats.
    90+4 Arsenal 2-0 Brighton
    Substitution
    Arsenal boss Arteta makes his final change with Kiwior replacing Zinchenko.
    90+3 Arsenal 2-0 Brighton
    Chance!
    Arsenal come close to a third with Trossard heading the ball down from the left for the incoming Smith Rowe who tries a powerful shot from the penalty area but Verbruggen makes another stunning save.

    90 Arsenal 2-0 Brighton

    Six more minutes of added time to go until full-time.
    Brighton star Gross picks up a yellow card.
    89 Arsenal 2-0 Brighton
    Substitution
    Arsenal boss Arteta makes a double change with Saka and goalscorer Havertz coming off for Smith Rowe and Nelson.
    87 Arsenal 2-0 Brighton
    Havertz scores his first Premier League goal in the Emirates as an Arsenal player!
    It all starts with Odegaard who finds Nketiah with a smart pass in midfield while under pressure.
    The striker then delivers a clever pass of his own down to his right where Havertz is.
    The Germany international finds himself in front of Verbruggen, whom he beats with a clinical shot!
    87 Arsenal 2-0 Brighton
    Goal!
    Havertz surely seals it for Arsenal!!!
    85 Arsenal 1-0 Brighton
    Brighton have really upped their game in the last few minutes as we approach full-time.
    Took them a long time – 82 minutes to be exact – but Gross’ missed chance has really given them a boost!

    84 Arsenal 1-0 Brighton

    Chance
    Arsenal star Rice puts together a stunning run from midfield and makes it to Brighton’s area where he tries a shot but is denied by Verbruggen.
    82 Arsenal 1-0 Brighton
    What a chance!
    Brighton come agonisingly close to a late equaliser!
    Mitoma delivers a low cross from the left and finds Gross who gets a foot in and just misses Raya’s bottom right corner as the ball touches the side netting!
    The Emirates absolutely froze for a second there!
    81 Arsenal 1-0 Brighton
    Substitution
    Arsenal boss Arteta makes his first changes of the match with Nketiah and former Brighton star Trossard coming on for Jesus and Martinelli respectively.
    80 Arsenal 1-0 Brighton
    Arsenal continue the high press with the likes of Gabriel moving forward to the attacking third.
    The Gunners want to seal the three points in the final 10 minutes with Brighton still toothless…
    78 Arsenal 1-0 Brighton
    Substitution
    Brighton boss De Zerbi makes his final change with Welbeck coming on for Adingra.
    The ex-Arsenal ace will play next to Pedro as the Seagulls are going for it.
    76 Arsenal 1-0 Brighton
    Yellow card
    Brighton ace Gilmour gets booked for going hard on Jesus with both legs in midfield.

    75 Arsenal 1-0 Brighton

    Chance
    Another opportunity by Arsenal with Havertz registering a header from close range but the ball goes over the crossbar.
    74 Arsenal 1-0 Brighton
    What a chance!
    Arsenal break out in a stunning counter-attack with Martinelli dribbling past both Van Hecke as well as Dunk, whom he nutmegged.
    Odegaard gets the ball, breaks inside the area and tries a powerful shot that Verbruggen denies as he lunges with his right hand.
    72 Arsenal 1-0 Brighton
    Brighton break out on a beautiful and rare counter-attack thanks to a stunning ball by Dunk who finds Mitoma down the left.
    The winger breaks inside the area but goes down while under pressure by White.
    However, it doesn’t look like a penalty as the Japan international went down a little too easy…
    70 Arsenal 1-0 Brighton
    Arsenal continue to push for a second to seal an important Premier League win that could see them topping the table by the end of the day.
    Brighton have been very toothless with only one effort to show, which doesn’t count as they were offside in the build-up.
    69 Arsenal 1-0 Brighton
    What a chance!
    Absolutely superb by Brighton captain Dunk, who gets back up after a nasty hit and saves his team from a second goal.
    Martinelli whips in a corner-kick from the left and White gets a back header on the near post.
    The ball heads towards Verbuggen’s net on the far post but Dunk gets there and heads it away from the goal line!
    68 Arsenal 1-0 Brighton
    Arsenal captain Odegaard delivers a powerful shot from the edge of the box but it’s blocked by Dunk.
    But the Brighton captain needs some time as the ball hit him in the weakest spot…
    66 Arsenal 1-0 Brighton
    Arsenal ace Saliba catches Buonanotte’s ankle with his studs immediately after losing the ball.
    The Brighton ace is in pain but thankfully gets back up, nothing from the referee or VAR.
    65 Arsenal 1-0 Brighton
    Chance
    And Arsenal register another chance with Saka hitting Verbruggen’s side netting More

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    Chelsea 0-0 Sheffield United LIVE: Blues search for breakthrough but find it tough to score – updates

    CHELSEA have been labouring to a half-time stalemate at Stamford Bridge in another frustrating first half.The Blues lost their lost two games against Everton and Manchester United but will be confident they can overcome the Blades, who sit rock-bottom of the Premier League.
    There’s good news for Mauricio Pochettino as well as Christopher Nkunku is back in the squad and on the bench following his three-month stint on the injury table.

    Kick-off time: 3pm GMT
    Stream/TV: Not televised in UK
    Chelsea XI: Petrovic, Disasi, Thiago Silva, Colwill, Badiashile, Gallagher, Caicedo, Palmer, Sterling, Mudryk, Jackson
    Sheffield Utd XI: Foderingham, Bogle, Trusty, Ahmedhodzic, Lowe, Souza, Hameer, Brooks, McAtee, McBurnie, Archer

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    KSI vs IShowSpeed LIVE RESULT: Reaction as KSI QUITS and leaves Speed in TEARS after spar in London – latest

    ISHOWSPEED has defeated KSI after JJ tapped out during the fourth round of an epic sparring match in London.KSI dropped his opponent multiple times during the fight with brutal shots to the body and was in complete control.
    However, JJ bizarrely tapped out at the end of the fourth round to hand Speed the win despite the American wanting to carry on for the final two rounds.
    After KSI refused to continue, Speed was left in tears and stormed out of the gym in disappointment.

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    Toying with him
    KSI was seen dancing in the ring, letting himself be punched and even shouting for “more” from Speed before he left the ring after just four rounds.
    ‘No elbows’
    Despite being battered and bruised, Speed made a hilarious dig at KSI mid-fight.
    In a bout back in May, KSI controversially knocked out Joe Fournier with what appeared to be his elbow.
    It led to Speed shouting “no elbows okay” at him.
    KSI laughed it off and said, “no, no, I won’t.”
    Fans react
    Social media was left in hysterics as KSI wiped the floor with Speed before he surprisingly tapped out in the fourth round.
    One fan said: “KSI was straight up bullying Speed bro.”
    Another added: “Had Speed scared.”
    A third commented: “Speed was suffering.”
    In a rush
    After the sparring session, it appeared a disappointed Speed was in a hurry to leave.
    When approached by interviewer Fred Talks Fighting, he replied: “Get away from me, before I beat yo white a**.”
    KSI dances in the ring
    KSI even took time to have a little dance in the ring while Speed was down for the count at one point…

    What’s next for KSI?
    Fans will naturally want to see the YouTube mogul take on Jake Paul but KSI has previously said he wants to take a bit of a break.
    Paul has already spoken about potentially fighting KSI’s former trainer Viddal Riley.
    Riley is a pro boxer himself and is signed to Anthony Joshua’s management company.
    KSI may instead go down the route of a Tommy Fury rematch.
    Another one
    Adding salt to the wounds, KSI slammed Jake Paul after his win over Andre August.
    He said: “I mean, am I shocked? No. We all know that Jake just look for super easy fights and he fought a cab driver this time.
    “It is what it is. I don’t really care about him, I didn’t even know he was fighting the same time as me.”

    KSI takes a dig
    He looked to have taken a swipe at Jake Paul, who was fighting Andre August at the same time as the spar.
    KSI told Fred Talks Fighting: “I think it was definitely the event of the night. I think there was a lot of boxing fights happening at around the same time.
    “But I’m pretty sure there were more watching ours than anyone else’s.”

    Jake Paul speaks out
    He was asked about the spar following his KO over Andre August.
    Paul said: “I don’t care it’s just two different things, right? He’s chasing views as a 30-year-old man and I’m chasing legacy and belts.
    “All kudos to him, I hope he makes his wildest dreams come true.”

    KSI speaks out
    The YouTube star has spoken out for the first time since the spar and laughed at the fact Speed refused to shake his hands.
    KSI tweeted: “Can’t lie, I’m proud of speed. He got HEART!”
    Elsewhere…
    Jake Paul defeated Andre August with a stunning first-round KO.
    A right uppercut left August out for the count and Paul is now 8-1 in his boxing career.
    Credit: Reuters
    IT’S ALL OVER
    Speed is visibly upset as he wanted to continue for the remaining two rounds of the spar but KSI left the ring after dropping his opponent multiple times.
    JJ ‘tapped out’ in the fourth round and handed the win to Speed.
    Round 4
    KSI continues to taunt Speed by dancing in the ring.
    The American looks visibly hurt after receiving multiple brutal blows to the body.
    Speed grew back into the fight at the end of the round with a flurry of punches to KSI’s midsection.
    Round 3
    Speed starting to grow into the fight and throw more punches at KSI.
    JJ constantly taunts his opponent and DOWNS Speed for the second time.
    Credit: YOUTUBE/ISHOWSPEED
    Round 2
    KSI starting to show his ring experience and dominate the spar.
    Speed holding strong despite taking multiple shots to the body.
    Round 1
    KSI DOWNS IShowSpeed with a brutal blow to the body.
    The first huge hit to land in the fight so far and Speed is saved by the bell.
    Fight underway!
    KSI and IShowSpeed are all set!

    Trash talking
    The two are now trading words and Speed is getting more and more annoyed.
    “I will be breaking him goodbye Speed,” KSI says.
    Almost there
    Despite being advertised as a 4am start, it looks as though things might kick off early.
    Jake Paul has just walked out for his fight with Andre August and it looks as though KSI will try and tie the spar in for the same time.
    On guard
    Speed takes off his head guard because he doesn’t like the fit!
    KSI finds it “jokes” but Speed isn’t laughing.
    Ring it in
    KSI is seen in the ring warming up, he’s already got all his boxing gear on.
    Speed is on the outside of the ring taking his time.

    And we’re live
    The livestream has now started and Speed is getting hyped up.
    He’s carrying a speaker shirtless mentally preparing himself.

    Hour warning
    Just under an hour to go until the spar is set to go down!
    KSI tweeted: “THE FIGHT IS ALMOST HERE!”

    What TV channel is KSI vs IShowSpeed on and can it be live streamed FREE?

    KSI vs IShowSpeed will not be broadcast on a TV channel.
    You can watch the spar for FREE in the UK and the USA on IShowSpeed’s official YouTube channel.

    When is KSI vs IShowSpeed?

    KSI will face IShowSpeed in a sparring match TONIGHT – Friday, December 15th.
    The event will begin at 4am GMT/ 11pm ET, the same time Jake Paul is expected to take on Andre August.
    The spar will take place in London.
    All donations and YouTube revenue from the sparring match will be donated to the Anthony Walker Foundation. More

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    Jake Paul vs Andre August LIVE RESULT: Problem Child WINS by 1st-round knockout and teases next fight – updates

    JAKE PAUL has beaten American professional boxer Andre August in Orlando.The Problem Child delivered a brutal uppercut at the end of the first round, which knocked his opponent OUT and sealed the eighth win of his career.
    Jake Paul now boasts an impressive record of 8-1 and teased that his next fight could be announced as early as NEXT WEEK.

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    Riley keen on Paul clash
    Viddal Riley seems more than happy to fight Jake Paul.
    He addressed his followers in a video posted to social media where he said that he believes the hype and build-up will make it one of the “biggest fights in boxing history”.
    KSI’s former trainer also said that the bout feels “inevitable”.
    In the ring
    Jake Paul is already looking to line up his next fight after brutally knocking out Andre August.
    He was immediately probed on when his next fight could be after the bout.
    To which Paul said: “We’ve got an announcement coming next week.”
    Here are five potential next opponents for the American.

    August deactivates Instagram
    Andre August appears to have deactivated his Instagram account after being knocked out by Jake Paul.
    Paul’s results
    An Eson Gib (YouTuber) – Paul wins via KO – 2020
    Nate Robinson (ex-NBA player) – Paul wins via KO – 2020
    Ben Askren (ex-UFC fighter) – Paul wins via KO – 2021
    Tyron Woodley (ex-UFC fighter) – Paul wins via split decision – 2021
    Tyron Woodley 2 – Paul wins via KO – 2021
    Anderson Silva (ex-UFC fighter) – Paul wins via unanimous decision – 2022
    Tommy Fury (pro boxer) – Paul loses via split decision – 2023
    Nate Diaz (ex-UFC fighter) – Paul wins via unanimous decision – 2023
    Andre August (pro boxer) – Paul wins via KO – 2023
    Credit: Reuters
    ‘He fought today?’
    KSI was in no mood to discuss Jake Paul’s knockout win over Andre August last night.
    While the Brit was leaving his charity showdown with Speed, KSI was asked if he had seen the Problem Child’s epic first round punch.
    KSI replied: “Uh… he fought today?”
    KO of the year?
    Fight fans were left stunned by a brutal knockout on the undercard of Jake Paul’s win over Andre August in the clash between Cubans Yoenis Tellez and Livan Navarro.
    The pair looked set to go to the judges scorecards as they entered the final three minutes of their 10-round fight.
    But Tellez, 23, then pulled out the perfect left hook as he sent Navarro down onto the canvas.

    Undercard results
    Franchon Crews Dezurn def. Shadasia Green via unanimous decision
    Yoenis Tellez def. Livan Navarro via KO — Round 10
    Lorenzo Medina def. Joshua Temple via TKO — Round 6.
    Zachary Randolph def. Michael Manna via majority decision
    Alexander Gueche def. Clayton Ward via TKO
    Paul-ing his leg
    Jake Paul fans spotted the YouTuber’s savage taunt after he knocked out Andre August on Friday evening.
    He celebrated the win by waving at August as he laid sprawled out on the canvas.
    Fight fans were quick to react to the gesture on social media as they poured in with their responses.

    KSI makes Paul dig
    KSI took aim at Jake Paul after his charity fight against influencer IShowSpeed last night.
    He also could not resist a little dig at Tommy Fury.
    KSI told Fred Talks Fighting: “I think it was definitely the event of the night.
    “I think there was a lot of boxing fights happening at around the same time.
    “But I’m pretty sure there were more people were watching ours than anyone else’s.
    “But yeah man, tough opponent. I think he hit me more than most my opponents, I think he hit me more than Tommy Fury.”
    Knockout blow
    Check out SunSport’s full report as Jake Paul knocked out Andre August with his next fight already teased…

    Serrano hails Paul
    World champion boxer Amanda Serrano has heaped praise on Jake Paul after his win over Andre August.
    The Puerto Rican fighter and current unified featherweight champ has previously trained with the influencer-turned-boxer.
    She tweeted after his win: “I told you so! I knew Jake was going to knock him out. His power in the gym was nuts this last camp.”
    Serrano previously said: “I came to see him train and damn he’s a beast. I hope he doesn’t hurt Andre badly, Jake’s punching power is scary. No luck needed – you got this.”
    Who next?
    Jake Paul revealed in his post-fight press conference that he is open to the idea of fighting Viddal Riley.
    Riley is a British born fighter, who used to train KSI before pursuing his own career in boxing.
    The 26-year-old was in KSI’s team when he beat Jake’s brother Logan in 2019.
    On the possibility of fighting Riley, Jake said: “Yeah for sure that could happen, that would be interesting.
    “He has a name, a profile, and that is something that excites me for sure.
    “As I go down this path I am going to continue to challenge myself and some of those names start popping into the equation.”
    Logan reacts
    Logan Paul was left shocked ringside when Jake landed the brutal first round knockout.
    The elder sibling was videoing the start of the bout and quickly switched the camera to himself to show his amazed expression after Andre August hit the canvas.
    He then tweeted the clip with the caption: “My God.”
    Credit: @loganpaul
    Fans impressed
    Jake Paul’s first round knockout of Andre August left many thinking the Problem Child is the real deal.
    One said: “He hit the snooze button.”
    Another added: “Can’t say it’s not impressive.”
    A third reacted: “Can certainly fight. His power keeps getting better.”
    Paul advises next wave of fighters
    “We live in a different boxing world now, in a different digital age in general, and it’s the fighters’ responsibility now to promote themselves,” he said.
    “And once they realize that, and realize instead of sitting around on the weekend and playing video games in between the training sessions, they gotta be on TikTok and making YouTube videos and getting out there and going on interviews and podcasts and getting any opportunity they can to grow their name.
    “That’s why I would just encourage everybody else. The promoter is dying. It’s now the responsibility of the fighter. That’s the new boxing world. Just hustle, man. Just hustle.”
    Credit: Getty
    Christmas party
    Paul noticeably came out to an iconic Christmas song during his ring-walk tonight – Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree.
    “We just always had these vibes going in camp, and sometimes we’re playing different music, and one day we were sitting in the backyard, and this pal’s like, it’s Christmas, oh my God, they’ll start playing the Christmas hits,” he said.
    “And that first song came on and I was like, this is what I’m walking up to.”
    Turning haters to believers
    “If I was walking on water in front of everybody’s eyes, they would say I couldn’t swim.
    “When you take this path, and you’re in the top of a sport, and you got there in three and a half years with the jealousy and hate and insecure people, all the time, of course, they’re gonna critique and find any little thing that they can to try to bring me down.
    “But what they don’t know is that it’s just making me bigger, just making me stronger, just making me more motivated to go ahead and become world champion.”
    Jake Paul responds to KSI vs IShowSpeed sparring match
    The Problem Child’s internet rival KSI organised a free-to-watch sparing match with YouTube superstar IShowSpeed at the same time as Paul’s bout with August.
    When asked about the spar, he said: “I don’t know, I don’t care.
    “It’s just two different things right, he’s chasing views as a 30-year-old man and I’m chasing legacy and belts.
    “All kudos to him, I hope he makes his wildest dreams come true.”
    Credit: YOUTUBE/ISHOWSPEED
    Jake Paul vs Andre August report
    Jake Paul brutally knocked out Andre August in the first round with a brutal right uppercut.
    The YouTuber-turned prizefighter marked a new step in his career by facing a professional boxer with more experience.
    And a perfectly-timed uppercut left August unable to beat the count and Paul handed the most legitimate win of his career.
    He said: “I said first round knockout all week, I manifested this, this is the power of manifestation and I said I need to bring back the old Problem Child.
    “I’ve been too nice with these people, letting them go into the later rounds. I set up my shot and he went night, night.
    “I told him he was going to need a Celcius to wake up.”
    From the opening bell, Paul, 26, took the centre of the ring and got behind his jab.
    He was doubling up his left hand and looking for the right behind it but August – who had 12 prior bouts – covered up well.
    The little-known American, 36, also landed a couple of solid overhand rights himself but Paul took them well.
    And then as the round was closing out, Paul set August up with a range-finding jab before firing over the finishing uppercut.
    Francis Ngannou reacts
    UFC icon Francis Ngannou reacts after Jake Paul knocked out Andre August in the first round:
    He said: ‘The kid’s got skills congrats on an amazing performance @jakepaul’
    Credit: GETTY
    Paul’s record
    Jake Paul has tonight improved his boxing record to 8-1.

    Ali Eson Gib (2020) W-TKO
    Nate Robinson (2020) W-KO
    Ben Askren (2021) W-TKO
    Tyron Woodley (2021) W-SD
    Tyron Woodley (2021) W-KO
    Anderson Silva (2022) W-UD
    Tommy Fury (2023) L-SD
    Nate Diaz (2023) – W-UD
    Andre August (2023) – W-KO

    Credit: GETTY
    Paul post-fight
    “I said first-round knockout all week, I manifested this,” Paul said.
    “This is the power of manifestation. I’ve been too nice with these people, letting them get into the later rounds.
    “He went night-night. more boxing prospects, more experience, more time in the ring under the bright lights.
    “This is the power of manifestation. I’ve been too nice with these people, letting them get into the later rounds.
    “He went night-night. More boxing prospects, more experience, more time in the ring under the bright lights.
    “If the money fights wanna come, I’ve got smoke for them, too. But right now, I’m focused on being the best in the world and creating one of the greatest sports stories in the history of sports.
    “It’s incredible to inspire these young kids. Whatever you want to do, you can pursue it and rise to the top.”
    Punch tally
    Jake Paul threw six punches tonight. Not a bad night’s work.
    Any call outs?
    Nope. He’s keeping his cards fairly close to his chest tonight.
    Asked who he wants to fight in 2024, Paul answered: “No, I’m not going to call out any names.
    “I’m not going to give anyone the limelight right now who doesn’t want to fight me. I could call these big names out right now, but I have already done that and they don’t want to fight me.
    “We all know who I’m talking about.”
    I think he might be talking to you, KSI…
    “What y’all gonna say now?”
    Logan Paul enters the ring and takes the mic.
    “What y’all gonna say now? A 10-1 boxer that’s been doing it his whole life! This young man is the most impressive person in boxing today. The showmanship, the performance, the hard work, the drive the effort.
    “I could not be a prouder brother. I’m happy to share my last name with you.” More

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    Jake Paul vs Andre August LIVE RESULT: Fight reaction as Paul wins with brutal 1st round KO and teases next fight

    JAKE PAUL has beaten American professional boxer Andre August in Orlando.The Problem Child delivered a brutal uppercut at the end of the first round, which knocked his opponent OUT and sealed the eighth win of his career.
    Jake Paul now boasts an impressive record of 8-1 and teased that his next fight could be announced as early as NEXT WEEK.

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    Knockout blow
    Check out SunSport’s full report as Jake Paul knocked out Andre August with his next fight already teased…

    Serrano hails Paul
    World champion boxer Amanda Serrano has heaped praise on Jake Paul after his win over Andre August.
    The Puerto Rican fighter and current unified featherweight champ has previously trained with the influencer-turned-boxer.
    She tweeted after his win: “I told you so! I knew Jake was going to knock him out. His power in the gym was nuts this last camp.”
    Serrano previously said: “I came to see him train and damn he’s a beast. I hope he doesn’t hurt Andre badly, Jake’s punching power is scary. No luck needed – you got this.”
    Who next?
    Jake Paul revealed in his post-fight press conference that he is open to the idea of fighting Viddal Riley.
    Riley is a British born fighter, who used to train KSI before pursuing his own career in boxing.
    The 26-year-old was in KSI’s team when he beat Jake’s brother Logan in 2019.
    On the possibility of fighting Riley, Jake said: “Yeah for sure that could happen, that would be interesting.
    “He has a name, a profile, and that is something that excites me for sure.
    “As I go down this path I am going to continue to challenge myself and some of those names start popping into the equation.”
    Logan reacts
    Logan Paul was left shocked ringside when Jake landed the brutal first round knockout.
    The elder sibling was videoing the start of the bout and quickly switched the camera to himself to show his amazed expression after Andre August hit the canvas.
    He then tweeted the clip with the caption: “My God.”
    Credit: @loganpaul
    Fans impressed
    Jake Paul’s first round knockout of Andre August left many thinking the Problem Child is the real deal.
    One said: “He hit the snooze button.”
    Another added: “Can’t say it’s not impressive.”
    A third reacted: “Can certainly fight. His power keeps getting better.”
    Paul advises next wave of fighters
    “We live in a different boxing world now, in a different digital age in general, and it’s the fighters’ responsibility now to promote themselves,” he said.
    “And once they realize that, and realize instead of sitting around on the weekend and playing video games in between the training sessions, they gotta be on TikTok and making YouTube videos and getting out there and going on interviews and podcasts and getting any opportunity they can to grow their name.
    “That’s why I would just encourage everybody else. The promoter is dying. It’s now the responsibility of the fighter. That’s the new boxing world. Just hustle, man. Just hustle.”
    Credit: Getty
    Christmas party
    Paul noticeably came out to an iconic Christmas song during his ring-walk tonight – Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree.
    “We just always had these vibes going in camp, and sometimes we’re playing different music, and one day we were sitting in the backyard, and this pal’s like, it’s Christmas, oh my God, they’ll start playing the Christmas hits,” he said.
    “And that first song came on and I was like, this is what I’m walking up to.”
    Turning haters to believers
    “If I was walking on water in front of everybody’s eyes, they would say I couldn’t swim.
    “When you take this path, and you’re in the top of a sport, and you got there in three and a half years with the jealousy and hate and insecure people, all the time, of course, they’re gonna critique and find any little thing that they can to try to bring me down.
    “But what they don’t know is that it’s just making me bigger, just making me stronger, just making me more motivated to go ahead and become world champion.”
    Jake Paul responds to KSI vs IShowSpeed sparring match
    The Problem Child’s internet rival KSI organised a free-to-watch sparing match with YouTube superstar IShowSpeed at the same time as Paul’s bout with August.
    When asked about the spar, he said: “I don’t know, I don’t care.
    “It’s just two different things right, he’s chasing views as a 30-year-old man and I’m chasing legacy and belts.
    “All kudos to him, I hope he makes his wildest dreams come true.”
    Credit: YOUTUBE/ISHOWSPEED
    Jake Paul vs Andre August report
    Jake Paul brutally knocked out Andre August in the first round with a brutal right uppercut.
    The YouTuber-turned prizefighter marked a new step in his career by facing a professional boxer with more experience.
    And a perfectly-timed uppercut left August unable to beat the count and Paul handed the most legitimate win of his career.
    He said: “I said first round knockout all week, I manifested this, this is the power of manifestation and I said I need to bring back the old Problem Child.
    “I’ve been too nice with these people, letting them go into the later rounds. I set up my shot and he went night, night.
    “I told him he was going to need a Celcius to wake up.”
    From the opening bell, Paul, 26, took the centre of the ring and got behind his jab.
    He was doubling up his left hand and looking for the right behind it but August – who had 12 prior bouts – covered up well.
    The little-known American, 36, also landed a couple of solid overhand rights himself but Paul took them well.
    And then as the round was closing out, Paul set August up with a range-finding jab before firing over the finishing uppercut.
    Francis Ngannou reacts
    UFC icon Francis Ngannou reacts after Jake Paul knocked out Andre August in the first round:
    He said: ‘The kid’s got skills congrats on an amazing performance @jakepaul’
    Credit: GETTY
    Paul’s record
    Jake Paul has tonight improved his boxing record to 8-1.

    Ali Eson Gib (2020) W-TKO
    Nate Robinson (2020) W-KO
    Ben Askren (2021) W-TKO
    Tyron Woodley (2021) W-SD
    Tyron Woodley (2021) W-KO
    Anderson Silva (2022) W-UD
    Tommy Fury (2023) L-SD
    Nate Diaz (2023) – W-UD
    Andre August (2023) – W-KO

    Credit: GETTY
    Paul post-fight
    “I said first-round knockout all week, I manifested this,” Paul said.
    “This is the power of manifestation. I’ve been too nice with these people, letting them get into the later rounds.
    “He went night-night. more boxing prospects, more experience, more time in the ring under the bright lights.
    “This is the power of manifestation. I’ve been too nice with these people, letting them get into the later rounds.
    “He went night-night. More boxing prospects, more experience, more time in the ring under the bright lights.
    “If the money fights wanna come, I’ve got smoke for them, too. But right now, I’m focused on being the best in the world and creating one of the greatest sports stories in the history of sports.
    “It’s incredible to inspire these young kids. Whatever you want to do, you can pursue it and rise to the top.”
    Punch tally
    Jake Paul threw six punches tonight. Not a bad night’s work.
    Any call outs?
    Nope. He’s keeping his cards fairly close to his chest tonight.
    Asked who he wants to fight in 2024, Paul answered: “No, I’m not going to call out any names.
    “I’m not going to give anyone the limelight right now who doesn’t want to fight me. I could call these big names out right now, but I have already done that and they don’t want to fight me.
    “We all know who I’m talking about.”
    I think he might be talking to you, KSI…
    “What y’all gonna say now?”
    Logan Paul enters the ring and takes the mic.
    “What y’all gonna say now? A 10-1 boxer that’s been doing it his whole life! This young man is the most impressive person in boxing today. The showmanship, the performance, the hard work, the drive the effort.
    “I could not be a prouder brother. I’m happy to share my last name with you.”
    You tease…
    Asked how soon he intends to return, Jake Paul said: “We’ve got an announcement next week.”
    What’s next?
    Asked what’s next on the horizon, Paul added: “More boxing prospects, more experience, more time in the ring under the bright lights and staying active.
    “I’m focused on being the best in the world, and creating one of the best sports stories in the history of sports. From being on the Disney Channel and not knowing how to throw a jab three years ago, to world champion.
    “It’s incredible to inspire these young people or anyone out there to chase their dreams, and no matter where you start or when – you can peruse it and rise to the top.”
    “I manifested this”
    Jake Paul is absolutely delighted with that early stoppage, and he’s certain that he’s silenced his critics.
    Paul said: “I said First Round knockout all week. I manifested this, this is the power of manifestation.
    “I said I needed to bring back the old Problem Child – I’ve been too nice by letting these opponents go into the later rounds. I set up my shot and he went night night.
    “I’m silencing my critics. Everyone that has something to say about me. ‘Oh he can’t do this, he can’t sell, he’s not big, what is he doing fighting this guy?’ Shut the f*** up.
    “I don’t know what I proved tonight. I’m just going to do me. This is all part of the process in the next step to become the world champion. Clearly these guys can’t handle me.
    “What’s next? It’s going to be even bigger.”
    Credit: DAZN
    Celebrations
    That took about 140 seconds by my watch. Jake Paul has been saying all week that he’s going to deliver a first-round knockout – and he’s clearly a man of his word.
    His team pile into the ring to celebrate. Andre August made a very quick exit indeed.
    Jake Paul vs Andre August – Round 1
    Ding Ding! Jake Paul said he’d been working on his footwork a lot during this camp, and he’s bouncing all over the place here. Nice and light on his feet as he gets behind his jab and works the body of Andre August.
    IT’S OVER!!! JAKE PAUL WINS BY KO!!!
    Jake Paul pokes August with the jab before delivering a thunderous upper-cut to send his opponent to the floor.

    Styles make fights
    Jake Paul has shown a steady improvement. He’s throwing more punches. His recent fight against Nate Diaz saw him up his punch volume into the 50s — which is around the Cruiserweight average.
    He’s jabbing nice and setting up one of those big right hands that can be so devastating.
    As for August, his last victory came against Brandon Martin.
    Martin is 6ft 4″ – much taller than 5ft 10″ August, who went to the body early and landed over 30 body punches in the opening round.
    Jake ringwalk
    I was expecting a motivational anthem for Jake Paul’s entry. I certainly did not expect that.
    He danced his way to the ring to Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree by Brenda Lee…
    Yes, it’s bizarre. Or is this just the Jake Paul experience?
    “Money doesn’t create legacy”
    He’s certainly saying the right things to get the respect of the boxing community.
    Jake Paul had a lot of things to say at his press conference ahead of this contest (as you can imagine), and he’s quite adamant that he intends create history in the sport.
    “The biggest criticism is that I should fight a real boxer. And it’s time to answer that, show up and put it all on the line.
    “All the Influencer s*** and MMA s*** is cool, draws big PPV numbers, is fun and there’s more s*** talk. But none of that was really my goal.
    “Money doesn’t create legacy. This is my road to world champion, and it’s about getting the experience under the bright lights to be able to compete at the highest level.
    “It would create one of the greatest sports stories in history. To go from Disney Channel to world champion in less than six years – that’s why I’m here.” More

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